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Assurance, Improvement, and End-Use Quality of Idaho Wheat

Did you know wheat and flour specifications often require specialized testing to determine how the flour will perform during processing and baking? Moisture, ash, and protein content, as well as falling number, are also determined with this testing. Join us for our next From the Field: Farm Chat with Idaho Wheat, as we chat with Sarah Windes, University of Idaho Wheat Quality Lab Supervisor about her collaboration with Idaho wheat growers, breeders, and researchers to provide end-use quality analysis of Idaho wheat.

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From the Field: Farm Chat with Idaho Wheat covers a variety of topics that relate directly to production and profitability on the farm.  From the Field is always free and is intended to be a casual conversation between growers and experts on topics that will impact your operation and your bottom line. Join us live or catch up on a recorded video on YouTube or podcast on Spotify, and as always, if you have a suggested topic you’d like us to cover, send that our way to Britany at britany@idahowheat.org
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January 23, 2025

Protecting Your Yields Against Wheat Diseases

Stripe rust and soil-borne mosaic virus are two significant threats to wheat production. Both thrive in cool, moist conditions and can lead to severe yield losses if not managed promptly. Join us for our next From the Field: Farm Chat with Idaho Wheat as we have a conversation with Kurt Schroeder, Associate Professor & Extension Specialist in Cropping Systems Agronomy with the University of Idaho, to learn what steps you can take to minimize the threat of these wheat diseases and maximize profitability on your farms.
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November 7, 2024

Advancing Idaho's Wheat Industry with Arthur Companies

Arthur Companies has established a strong presence in Idaho, specializing in crop merchandising, grain handling, and agricultural inputs. Collaborating closely with local wheat producers, they focus on enhancing productivity and expanding competitive market access for wheat and other grains. Join us for our upcoming From the Field: Farm Chat with Idaho Wheat, where Ken Morgan, Merchandiser for Arthur Companies, will discuss advancing Idaho’s wheat industry and supporting farmers in building profitable, resilient operations
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October 24, 2024

Improving Nitrogetn Management for Idaho's Winter Wheat Crop

Nitrogen fertilizer plays a vital role in successful wheat production, helping to maximize yield and ensure protein levels in harvested grain meet market demands. Join us for the next From the Field: Farm Chat with Idaho Wheat, where Utah State Professor and Extension Agronomist Earl Creech will discuss nitrogen rates, application timings, and advancements in fertilizer technologies to boost profitability for Idaho wheat farmers.
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October 3, 2024

U.S. Wheat Trends in South Asia

South and Southeast Asia are home to some of the largest importers of U.S. wheat, with a strong demand for soft white wheat from Idaho. Shifting dietary trends, evolving market needs, growing populations, and socioeconomic changes are influencing how the region utilizes U.S. wheat. Find out how during our From the Field featuring Joe Sowers, Regional Vice President of U.S. Wheat South and Southeast Asia.
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September 19, 2024

Wheat Quality and Global Markets

Did you know the U.S. Wheat Associates’ West Coast office in Portland, Oregon, plays a vital role in providing market development support for their 15 offices around the world? In our next From the Field: Farm Chat with Idaho Wheat, we’ll be joined by Steve Wirsching, Vice President of U.S. Wheat Associates, to discuss the critical role of customer relations and market development programs. With a strong emphasis on wheat quality, purchase specifications, and supply chain management, U.S. Wheat is dedicated to helping Idaho wheat farmers maintain sustainability and boost profitability.
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